el·e·vat·ed
ˈe-lə-ˌvā-təd 
1
a
: raised especially above the ground or other surface
an elevated highway
b
: increased especially abnormally (as in degree or amount)
elevated blood pressure
2
3
: exhilarated in mood or feeling
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Examples of elevated in a Sentence
Adjective
Her poetry is known for its elevated style.
an elevated monorail that transports visitors all over the theme park
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Jane Hanson, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024
An elevated structure offers another perspective, situating the site in New York Harbor with views of the Statue of Liberty, New Jersey, and Staten Island.
—Kirsten Swenson, ARTnews.com, 9 Sep. 2024
Porter County hunters may face fewer prey this deer season as a hemorrhagic disease has been striking the animals here in elevated numbers that have been a long time coming.
—Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2024
Listed on the World’s Best Awards in 2023 and 2024, the elevated ranch experience provides a peaceful retreat with tailored activities like nature hikes, fly fishing, and horseback riding.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2024
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Adjective
Stick to an elevated fabric like silk or wool to maintain a professional appearance while still embracing the bold pattern.
—Jane Hanson, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024
An elevated structure offers another perspective, situating the site in New York Harbor with views of the Statue of Liberty, New Jersey, and Staten Island.
—Kirsten Swenson, ARTnews.com, 9 Sep. 2024
Porter County hunters may face fewer prey this deer season as a hemorrhagic disease has been striking the animals here in elevated numbers that have been a long time coming.
—Shelley Jones, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2024
Listed on the World’s Best Awards in 2023 and 2024, the elevated ranch experience provides a peaceful retreat with tailored activities like nature hikes, fly fishing, and horseback riding.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 8 Sep. 2024
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“Elevated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/elevated. Accessed 20 Sep. 2024.
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elevated
1 of 2 adjective
el·e·vat·ed
ˈel-ə-ˌvāt-əd
1
: raised especially above the ground
2
a
: being on a high level
b
elevated
2 of 2 noun
: el
Medical Definition
elevated
adjective
el·e·vat·ed
ˈel-ə-ˌvāt-əd
: increased especially abnormally (as in degree or amount)
elevated blood pressure
elevated temperature
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